Page 1 N8100-1078F/1079F NEC Express5800/120Eg User's Guide 1st Edition 7-2005 ONL-4137aN-120Eg-100-99-0507 856-124139-103-00...
Page 2 The NEC product(s) discussed in this document are warranted in accordance with the terms of the Warranty Statement accompanying each product. However, actual performance of each such product is dependent upon factors such as system configuration, customer data, and operator control.
Page 3 Keep this manual at hand for quick reference at anytime necessary. SAFETY INDICATIONS Follow the instructions in this manual for your safety to use the NEC Express server. Your server contains components with possible danger, hazards that may cause by ignoring warnings, and preventive actions against such hazards.
Page 4 SYMBOLS USED IN THIS MANUAL AND WARNING LABELS Attentions Indicates that improper use may cause an electric shock. Indicates that improper use may cause personal injury. Indicates that improper use may cause fingers to be caught. Indicates that improper use may cause fumes or fire. Indicates a general notice or warning that cannot be specifically identified.
Page 5 NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
Page 6 (5) NEC assumes no liability arising from the use of this product, nor any liability for incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of this manual regardless of Item (4).
Page 7: Preface
Purchase of this server is your assurance of receiving state-of-the-art, high quality hardware to meet your needs, both now and in the future. Read this User's Guide thoroughly to fully understand handling of the NEC Express server and appreciate its functions to the maximum extent.
Page 8: About This User's Guide
Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities describes how to install the utilities for the server. It also includes a description on using the attached CD-ROM "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER". Chapter 7 Maintenance provides you with all the information necessary to maintain successful operation of the server.
Page 9: Text Conventions
Appendix C IRQ and I/O Port Address provides a list of factory-set IRQs and I/O port addresses assigned. Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions describes how to install Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions without using Express Setup. Using the Express Setup tool is recommended for installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions.
Page 10: Table Of Contents
Remote Power-On Feature (Wake On LAN)................2-14 AC-LINK Feature ........................2-14 Security ..........................2-15 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ....................2-16 NEC ESMPRO........................2-17 Off-line Maintenance Utility ....................2-17 System Diagnostic Utility ......................2-17 Using NEC Express Server......................2-18 Front Door..........................2-18 POWER Switch........................2-19 SLEEP Switch ........................2-23 Floppy Disk Drive........................2-24 CD-ROM Drive........................2-26...
Page 11 Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server ................3-1 Setup Flow............................3-2 Installing Optional Devices ......................3-3 Selecting Server Site........................3-4 Connecting Peripheral Devices.....................3-6 Connecting Power Cord........................3-8 Turning On the Server ........................3-10 Installing Operating System .......................3-12 Installing Utilities ........................3-12 Making Backup Copies of System Information................3-12 Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server................
Page 12 Overview of HostRAID ......................5-47 Notes ............................5-48 HostRAID Setup Flow ......................5-49 Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities ............... 6-1 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER......................6-2 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER for DOS-Based with Local Console..........6-4 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER for Windows-Based (Master Control Menu)........6-9 Configuration Diskette Creator....................6-10 NEC ESMPRO ...........................6-14 Functions and Features......................6-14 Adaptec Storage Manager...
Page 13 Solving Problems........................8-12 Problems with NEC Express Server..................8-12 Problems with Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions ...............8-17 Problems with Windows Server 2003 ..................8-17 Problems with Windows 2000....................8-18 Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER ................8-21 Problems with Express Setup ....................8-22 Error Message during Disk Array Configuration ..............8-26 Problems with Master Control Menu ..................8-26...
Page 14 Media such as DAT .........................D-2 Partition Size ...........................D-3 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions................D-4 Creating "Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER"..D-4 Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Clean Installation ............D-6 Updating the System .......................D-9 Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................D-10 PROSet..........................D-10...
Page 15 Installing Windows Server 2003....................E-4 Creating "Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" ..... E-4 Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation ................E-6 Upgrade Installation ........................ E-8 Reinstallation to Multiple Logical drives ................E-10 Updating the System ......................E-12 Driver Installation and Advanced Settings ................E-13 PROSet..........................
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Page 17: Chapter 1 Notes On Using Your Server
Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Server This chapter includes information necessary for proper and safe operation of your server.
Page 18: Warning Labels
1-2 Notes on Using Your Server WARNING LABELS The warning label is attached to components with possible danger or their vicinity in your server to inform the user that a hazardous situation may arise when operating the server. (Do not intentionally remove or damage any of the labels.) If you find any labels totally/partially removed or illegible due to damage, contact your sales representative.
Page 19: Safety Notes
NEC assumes no liability for any accident resulting in personal injury, death, or property damage if the server has been used in the above conditions.
Page 20: Power Supply And Power Cord Use
1-4 Notes on Using Your Server Power Supply and Power Cord Use WARNING Do not hold the power plug with a wet hand. Do not disconnect/connect the plug while your hands are wet. Failure to follow this warning may cause an electric shock. CAUTION Plug in to a proper power source.
Page 21: Installation, Relocation, Storage, And Connection
Do not use any unauthorized interface cable. Use only interface cables provided by NEC and locate a proper device and connector before connecting a cable. Using an authorized cable or connecting a cable to an improper destination may cause a short circuit, resulting in a fire.
Page 22: Cleaning And Working With Internal Devices
1-6 Notes on Using Your Server Cleaning and Working with Internal Devices WARNING Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server. Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the server on any occasion other than described in this manual. Failure to follow this instruction may cause an electric shock or fire as well as malfunctions of the server.
Page 23: During Operation
Notes on Using Your Server 1-7 During Operation CAUTION Stay away from the fan. Keep your hand or hair away from the cooling fan on the rear of the server. Failure to follow this warning may get your hand or hair caught in the fan, resulting in injury.
Page 24: For Proper Operation
NEC recommends you use NEC's genuine products. Some third-party products claim that they support the server. However, repair of the server due to a failure or damage...
Page 25: Transfer To Third Party
Notes on Using Your Server 1-9 TRANSFER TO THIRD PARTY The following must be observed when you transfer (or sell) the server or software provided with the server to a third party: Make sure to provide this manual along with the server to a third party. IMPORTANT: It is the user's responsibility to completely erase or modify all the data stored in storage device such as hard disk so that the...
Page 26: Disposal And Consumables
CD-ROM drive, the floppy disk drive, and the mouse. For stable operation of the server, NEC recommends you replace these components on a regular basis. Consult with your sales agent for replacement or the product lives.
Page 27: User Support
Notes on Using Your Server 1-11 USER SUPPORT Before Asking for Repair, do the following when the server appears to fail: Check if the power cord and the cables to other devices are properly connected. See Chapter 8 to find if your problem fits the description. If it does, take the recommended measure for it.
Page 28 1-12 Notes on Using Your Server Advice for Health The longer you keep using the computer equipment, the more you become tired, which may cause disorders of your body. When you use a computer, observe the following to keep yourself from getting tired: Good Working Posture You have good posture if the following are satisfied when you use a computer:...
Page 29: Chapter 2 General Description
Chapter 2 General Description This chapter provides information that you should be familiar with before using the server. It includes names and functions of the components and features of the server.
Page 30: Overview
2-2 General Description OVERVIEW Your server is a modular, multiprocessing server based on the Intel® Xeon microprocessor family. It is a solid performer and offers the latest technology. The combination of compute performance, memory capacity, and integrated I/O provides a high performance environment for many server market applications.
Page 31: System Chassis
General Description 2-3 SYSTEM CHASSIS Names and functions of the components are shown below. Front View Front door Open this door to access the POWER switch, 5.25-inch devices, the CD-ROM drive, or the floppy disk drive, or to install/remove hard disks to 3.5-inch bays. You can lock the front door using the provided security key.
Page 32: Front View (Door Opened)
2-4 General Description Front View (Door Opened) Not functioned CD-ROM Drive Floppy Disk Drive...
Page 33: General Description
General Description 2-5 5.25-inch device bay (4) Backup file device may be installed in the 5.25-inch device bay. The server can include a maximum of two devices. CD-ROM drive The CD-ROM drive reads data from the inserted CD-ROM. Headphone jack Volume control Access lamp (lights in amber while being accessed) CD-ROM slot...
Page 34: Rear View
2-6 General Description Rear View...
Page 35 General Description 2-7 Power supply The power unit supplies DC powers to the server. AC inlet The AC inlet is connected with the power cord. Serial port B connector The serial port B connector is used to connect the server to a device with the serial interface. The server cannot be directly connected to a leased line through the connector.
Page 36: Internal View
2-8 General Description Internal View 4-#4 4-#3 4-#2 4-#1...
Page 37 General Description 2-9 Power supply Processor air duct Front cooling fan 5.25-inch device bays (four slots) A standard CD-ROM drive is installed in slot #2. The device bay can include a maximum of two single-height device and one double-height device. 3.5-inch floppy disk drive Hard disk drive bay Hard disk drive bay can be equipped with four hard disk drives.
Page 38: Mother Board
2-10 General Description MOTHER BOARD...
Page 39 General Description 2-11 Power connector Not used in this system DIMM sockets (sockets #1B, #1A, #2B, and #2A arranged from left to right) CPU1 socket CPU2 socket Floppy disk drive connector Ultra ATA66 connector (for CD-ROM drive) Front cooling fan connector Front panel interface connector Serial ATA connectors (for built-in hard disk drives) Speaker...
Page 40: Standard Features
NEC ESMPRO Memory dump feature using the DUMP (NMI) switch Power Saving Feature Easy and Fine Setup Sleep feature NEC EXPRESSBUILDER (system setup (available for Windows 20003/2000) utility) Onboard SATA RAID configuration utility SETUP (BIOS setup utility) Configuration Diskette Creator...
Page 41: Power Supply
General Description 2-13 Power Supply The system contains one auto-sensing 625-watt power supply at an operating frequency of 50/60 The power supply is designed to comply with existing emission standards and provide sufficient power for a fully loaded system configuration. Peripheral Bays The system supports a variety of standard PC AT-compatible peripheral devices.
Page 42: Degradation Feature
DIMM or processor. Failed DIMMs and processors may be identified on the screen that the POST displays, or with the BIOS SETUP utility. They may also be identified on the system that has the NEC ESMPRO installed.
Page 43: Security
General Description 2-15 Security The BIOS SETUP utility provides a number of security features to prevent unauthorized or accidental access to the system. Once the security measures are enabled, access to the system is allowed only after the user enters the correct password(s). For example: Enable the keyboard lockout timer so that the server requires a password to reactivate the keyboard and mouse after a specified time-out period –...
Page 44: Nec Expressbuilder
To diagnose the system. It diagnoses the server. To create a support disk. It copies utilities in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into a floppy disk to launch them from the floppy disk. To update the BIOS It updates the BIOS features of the server.
Page 45: Nec Esmpro
General Description 2-17 NEC ESMPRO The NEC ESMPRO is server management software that runs on the OS. The NEC ESMPRO includes the NEC ESMPRO Manager for the server monitoring terminal and the NEC ESMPRO Agent for the NEC Express server.
Page 46: Using Nec Express Server
2-18 General Description USING NEC EXPRESS SERVER This section describes basic operations of your server including how to use devices such as the floppy disk drive and the CD-ROM drive. See Appendix B for notes on using the floppy disk, CD- ROM, and accessories including the keyboard and the mouse.
Page 47: Power Switch
General Description 2-19 POWER Switch Use the POWER switch to turn on/off the server. Power On Press the POWER switch on the front of the computer chassis. The POWER/SLEEP lamp lights in green. POWER/SLEEP lamp IMPORTANT: If the power cord is connected to a power control device such as a UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), make sure that the power control device is powered.
Page 48 ECC memory module, CPU module, keyboard, and mouse. POST also displays messages of the BIOS setup utility, such as the start-up message, while in progress. With the factory setup of the server, the NEC logo appears on the display unit while POST is in progress. (To display the POST check results, press Esc.) You don't always need to check the POST check results.
Page 49: Post Execution Flow
The memory check may takes a few minutes to complete depending on the memory size of the NEC Express server. Also, it may take approximately one minute for the screen display to appear after rebooting the server.
Page 50: Post Error Messages
2-22 General Description If the server has an optional RAID controller or SCSI card, POST displays the message prompting you to launch the RAID configuration utility and the disk array BIOS setup utility. Refer to the manual supplied with the disk array controller for detail instructions. POST will automatically proceed a few seconds later.
Page 51: Sleep Switch
General Description 2-23 SLEEP Switch You can use the POWER switch as the SLEEP switch if the ACPI compliant operating system is installed in your system. The SLEEP switch allows you to save almost all power of the server (power-saving mode or sleep mode).
Page 52: Floppy Disk Drive
2-24 General Description Floppy Disk Drive Your server is provided with the 3.5-inch floppy disk drive on its front to write/read data to/from a floppy disk. Your server supports the following 3.5-inch floppy disks: 2HD floppy disk (double-sided high-density track type) Stores data of 1.44MB.
Page 53 The floppy disk is a very delicate storage media. Dust or thermal changes, as well as operator's misconduct or sever failures, may cause loss of data. To avoid loss of data, NEC recommends that you should make a back-up copy of your valuable data on a regular basis.
Page 54: Cd-Rom Drive
2-26 General Description CD-ROM Drive Your server is provided with the CD-ROM drive on its front to read data from a CD-ROM (read- only compact disk). The CD-ROM provides larger and faster data read than the floppy disk. CAUTION Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may cause a fire, personal injury, or property damage.
Page 55: When You Fail To Eject
General Description 2-27 IMPORTANT: If the CD-ROM drive produces large noise after the setting of a CD-ROM, reload the CD-ROM. To remove a CD-ROM, press the Open/Close button to eject the tray, as described for inserting it, and then take the CD-ROM out of the tray. (The orange-lit access lamp indicates ongoing disk access.
Page 56 2-28 General Description Use of the CD-ROM Keep the following notes in mind to use the CD-ROM for the server: For the disk which does not conform to the CD standard, the playback of such a disk with the CD drive is not guaranteed. Do not drop the CD-ROM.
Page 57: Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server
Chapter 3 Setting Up Your Server This chapter describes how to set up your server appropriate for your system, on a step-by-step basis.
Page 58: Setup Flow
Installing the operating system Install an operating system to the server. See Chapter 5. Installing the utilities Install the utilities in the provided NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM. See Chapter 6. Making backup copies of system information After all the system setup procedures are completed, make backup copies of system information.
Page 59: Installing Optional Devices
However, NEC recommends that you should use NEC products for stable operation. NEC assumes no liability for data errors and failures due to malfunction of the server resulted from installation of those third-party products.
Page 60: Selecting Server Site
3-4 Setting Up Your Server SELECTING SERVER SITE Read the following precautions before selecting a suitable site for your server. The following describes installation of the server and connections to the server. CAUTION Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may cause a fire, personal injury, or property damage.
Page 61 Setting Up Your Server 3-5 When you have selected a server site, hold the server by its bottom with at least three persons and carry it to the site, then place it slowly and gently. IMPORTANT: Do not hold the server by its front door to lift the server.
Page 62: Connecting Peripheral Devices
3-6 Setting Up Your Server CONNECTING PERIPHERAL DEVICES Connect peripheral devices to the server. The server is provided with connectors for wide variety of peripheral devices. The figure on the next page illustrates available peripheral devices for the server in the standard configuration and locations of the connectors for the devices. CAUTION Observe the following instructions to use the server safely.
Page 63: Setting Up Your Server
Setting Up Your Server 3-7 Device with the USB Connect interface appropriate (e.g., terminal adapter) Mouse power source. Keyboard Display unit (multiport repeater) Device with the serial interface (e.g., modem)* REAR Device with the serial interface * Direct connection to the private telephone line is prohibited. (e.g., modem)*...
Page 64: Connecting Power Cord
3-8 Setting Up Your Server CONNECTING POWER CORD Connect the provided power cord to the server. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages 1- 3 to 1-8 for details.
Page 65 The UPS service outlets are categorized into two groups: SWITCH OUT and UN-SWITCH OUT. (They may be called "OUTPUT1" and "OUTPUT2".) To control power supply with an application (NEC ESMPRO UPSController) that controls the UPS, connect the power cord to a SWITCH OUT outlet.
Page 66: Turning On The Server
3-10 Setting Up Your Server TURNING ON THE SERVER Turn on the server and follow the on-screen instructions for setup. IMPORTANT: Before turning on the server: Some optional boards require setups with the SETUP utility before installation. If the server has a PCI board with the PCI-to-PCI bridge installed, the SETUP utility is enabled to launch.
Page 67 Setting Up Your Server 3-11 The POWER/SLEEP lamp on the front of the server comes on. In a few seconds, the NEC logo appears on the screen and the Power On Self-Test (POST) begins. The POST runs automatically when you power on the server or reset it with a keyboard operation (Ctrl + Alt + Delete).
Page 68: Installing Operating System
Save the information after completing the system setup. Without the backup data, you will not be able to recover the information. You can save the information by the following process. Set the "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive and reboot the system. Select [Tools].
Page 69: Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server
Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server Configuration and setup utilities are used to change your system configuration. You can configure your system, as well as option boards you may add to your system, using the BIOS SETUP Utility. Several unique system parameters are configured using the BIOS SETUP, which is stored in the system FLASH memory.
Page 70: Starting Setup Utility
4-2 Configuring Your Server Starting SETUP Utility A few seconds after powering on, the following message appears at bottom left on the screen. Press <F2> to enter SETUP Press F2 to start the SETUP utility and display its Main menu. If you have previously set a password with the SETUP utility, the password entry screen appears.
Page 71: Description On On-Screen Items And Key Usage
Configuring Your Server 4-3 Description on On-Screen Items and Key Usage Use the following keyboard keys to work with the SETUP utility. (Key functions are also listed at the bottom of the screen.) Indicates the current menu. Online help Indicates window there are submenus.
Page 72: Menu And Parameter Descriptions
4-4 Configuring Your Server Menu and Parameter Descriptions The SETUP utility has the following six major menus: Main Advanced Security Server Boot Exit To set minute functions, select a submenu from the above menus. The following describes available functions and parameters, as well as the factory-set, for each menu. Main Option Parameter...
Page 73: Processor Configuration Submenu
Configuring Your Server 4-5 Advanced Option Parameter Description Your Setting Processor Configuration N/A Displays the Processor Configuration submenu. Advanced Chipset Displays the Advanced Chipset Control Control submenu. IDE Configuration Displays the IDE Configuration submenu. Floppy Configuration Displays the Floppy Configuration submenu.
Page 74 4-6 Configuring Your Server Advanced Chipset submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting Wake On LAN [Disabled] Specify whether the remote power- on function through embedded NIC Enabled or PCI devices in PCI slots 3 to 5 is enabled or disabled. Wake On PME [Disabled] Specify whether the remote power-...
Page 75 Configuring Your Server 4-7 IDE Configuration submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting Onboard P-ATA Disabled Disables or configures the PATA channels to primary, secondary, Channels [Primary] or both. Secondary Both Onboard S-ATA Disabled Disables or enables the onboard Channels SATA controller. [Enabled] Configure S-ATA as [Disabled]...
Page 76: Floppy Configuration Submenu
4-8 Configuring Your Server Floppy Configuration submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting Floppy A Disabled Set the settings of floppy disk drive A (standard configuration). 720KB 3.5 [1.44 MB 3.5] 2.88MB 3.5 Onboard Floppy Disabled Disables or enables the onboard Controller floppy drive controller.
Page 77 Configuring Your Server 4-9 USB Mass Storage Device Configuration submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting USB Mass Storage 10 Sec Number of seconds POST waits Reset Delay [20 Sec] for the USB mass storage device 30 Sec after start unit command. 40 Sec Display only.
Page 78: Memory Configuration Submenu
4-10 Configuring Your Server Memory Configuration submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting DIMM 1A/1B/2A/2B Normal Displays the current status of the memory bank. Disabled Not installed indicates that a DIMM in the Disabled bank has failed and the entire bank has been disabled. Extended Memory Test "1MB"...
Page 79: Boot Settings Configuration Submenu
The priority of the boot devices can be changed by using the ↑, ↓, +, and - keys. Move the cursor to the desired device with the ↑ or ↓ key and change the priority with the + or - key. IMPORTANT: To boot NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, set the priority of the devices listed above.
Page 80: Configuring Your Server
4-12 Configuring Your Server Security IMPORTANT: Set the passwords only after OS is installed. Option Parameter Description Your Setting Administrator Installed Status only, user cannot modify. Password Is Not Installed Once set, this can be disabled by setting it to a null string, or by clearing password jumper on system board (see Configuring Mother Board Jumpers in this Chapter).
Page 81 Configuring Your Server 4-13 Option Parameter Description Your Setting Secure Mode [ 1 Minute] Set the period from no input from the Timer 2 Minutes keyboard or mouse to the point at 5 Minutes which the system enters into the 10 Minutes secure mode.
Page 82 4-14 Configuring Your Server Server Option Parameter Description Your Setting System System Management submenu is Management displayed. Serial Console Serial Console Features submenu is Features displayed. Event Log Event Log Configuration submenu is Configuration displayed. Assert NMI on Disabled Indicates whether PCI PERR is PERR [Enabled] supported or not.
Page 83 Configuring Your Server 4-15 Option Parameter Description Your Setting OS Watchdog Always Reset This option controls the policy upon PXE Timer Policy [Retry 3 Times] boot timeout. If [Retry 3 times] is selected, the system is reset after the occurrence of timeout and OS boot is retried up to three times.
Page 84: System Management Submenu
4-16 Configuring Your Server System Management Submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting Server Board Part Display only. Displays the mother Number board part number. Server Board Display only. Displays the mother Serial Number board serial number. NIC1 Mac Address Display only. Displays the MAC Address for onboard network interface controller.
Page 85 Configuring Your Server 4-17 Console Redirection Submenu Option Parameter Description Your Setting BIOS Redirection [Disabled] Specify the address/interrupt of the serial port to which a remote console Port Serial Port A is connected. Serial Port B Baud Rate 9600 Specify the baud rate used for the interface with successive remote [19.2K] consoles.
Page 86 4-18 Configuring Your Server Exit The options on the menu are described below. Save Changes and Exit Exit after writing all modified BIOS SETUP item values to CMOS. Discard Changes and Exit Exit leaving CMOS unmodified. User is prompted if any of the setup fields ware modified. Discard Changes Read the previous values of the all BIOS Setup items from CMOS.
Page 87: Configuring Mother Board Jumpers
Configuring Your Server 4-19 CONFIGURING MOTHER BOARD JUMPERS With the pre-installed SETUP utility, you can set desired passwords to protect the data stored in the server against access from unauthorized users. When you forget the passwords, however, you may want clear them. The following describes how to clear these passwords. You can also use the following procedure to clear the CMOS data in the server.
Page 88 4-20 Configuring Your Server The following describe the clearing procedure. WARNING Do not disassemble, repair, or alter the server. Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or alter the server on any occasion other than described in this manual. Failure to follow this instruction may cause an electric shock or fire as well as malfunctions of the server.
Page 89: Raid Configuration Utility
Array Configuration Utility (ACU) that is an embedded BIOS utility is used to create, configure, and manage arrays. NOTES: You can also configure the SATA RAID drive by using NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. Refer to Chapter 6 for detail. To configure the RAID drive with the SCSI or IDE hard disk drives, purchase the optional RAID controller board and hard disk drives.
Page 90: Running The Array Configuration Utility (Acu)
4-22 Configuring Your Server Running the Array Configuration Utility (ACU) To run ARC, press Ctrl + A when prompted by the following message during the system startup: Press <Ctrl><A> for Adaptec RAID Configuration Utility The ARC menu appears, presenting these options: Array Configuration Utility (ACU) Disk utilities To select an option from this menu, browse with the arrow keys and then press Enter.
Page 91: Using The Array Configuration Utility
Configuring Your Server 4-23 Using the Array Configuration Utility The Array Configuration Utility (ACU) enables you to create, manage, and delete arrays from the controller’s BIOS, and initialize drives. Managing Arrays Use the Manage Arrays option to view array properties and members, and delete arrays. The following sections describe these operations in greater detail.
Page 92 4-24 Configuring Your Server Deleting Arrays IMPORTANT: Back up the data on an array before you delete it. Otherwise, all data on the array is lost. Deleted arrays cannot be restored. To delete an existing array: Turn on your server and press Ctrl + A when prompted to access the ACU. From the ACU menu, Array Configuration Utility.
Page 93: Creating Arrays
Configuring Your Server 4-25 Creating Arrays Before creating arrays, make sure the disks for the array are connected and installed in your system. Note that disks with no usable space, or disks that are uninitialized are shown in gray and cannot be used.
Page 94 4-26 Configuring Your Server Assigning Array Properties NOTE: Once the array is created and its properties are assigned, you cannot change the array properties using the ACU. Instead, use Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition. (See Chapter 6 for details.) To assign properties to the new array: In the Array Properties menu, select an array type and press Enter.
Page 95 For RAID0, select the desired stripe size. Available stripe sizes are 16, 32, and 64 KB (default). NOTE: NEC recommends that you do not change the default. Create RAID via allows you to select between the different creation methods for RAID0 and RAID1. The following table gives examples of when each is appropriate.
Page 96 4-28 Configuring Your Server NOTES: Before adding a new drive to an array, back up any data contained on the new drive. Otherwise, all data will be lost. If you stop the Build or Clear process on a RAID1 from ACU, you can only restart it from Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition.
Page 97: Initializing Disk Drives
Configuring Your Server 4-29 Initializing Disk Drives If an installed disk does not appear in the disk selection list for creating a new array or if it appears grayed out, you may have to initialize it before you can use it as part of an array. Drives attached to the controller must be initialized before they can be used in an array.
Page 98: Using The Disk Utilities
4-30 Configuring Your Server Using the Disk Utilities The Disk Utilities enable you to format or verify the media of your Serial ATA hard disks. To access the disk utilities: Turn on your server and press Ctrl + A when prompted to access the ACU. From the ACU menu, select Disk Utilities.
Page 99: Add-In Card's Bios
Configuring Your Server 4-31 You are offered the following options: Format Disk—Simulates a low-level format of the hard drive by writing zeros to the entire disk. Serial ATA drives are low-level formatted at the factory and do not need to be low-level formatted again.
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Page 101: Chapter 5 Installing The Operating System With Express Setup
Chapter 5 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup This section describes information on using Express Setup to install and configure the following operating systems to the server. Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition ® ® Microsoft Windows 2000 Server ®...
Page 102: About Express Setup
After a few tasks are completed, all that remains to be done is to remove the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM and insert the Windows CD-ROM, input a product ID number, and acknowledge the license agreement.
Page 103 Use the blank disk in the accessory box to create Configuration Diskette. You can create Configuration Diskette in advance using "Configuration Diskette Creator" included in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. If you create Configuration Diskette in advance, you can abbreviate the items that is necessary to input or select during Express Setup.
Page 104: Microsoft Windows Server 2003
Before installing Windows Server 2003, confirm if the BIOS specification of the hardware is correct. See Chapter 4 to specify them. NEC ESMPRO Agent On Windows Server 2003 systems, the ESMPRO Agent needs the necras.sys driver. To install the necras.sys, run the System update from NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM.
Page 105: Optional Board Supported By Nec Expressbuilder
Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-5 Optional Board Supported by NEC EXPRESSBUILDER Supporting installation of OS in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER – N8103-65F SCSI Controller – N8103-75F SCSI Controller – N8103-95 SCSI Controller – N8103-78F Disk Array Controller (SATA) – N8103-80F Disk Array Controller (SCSI 1ch) –...
Page 106: Windows Server 2003
(BIOS and optional board specification) The document for installing Windows Server 2003 is also attached to the other software package which is sold separately from NEC, but refer to this document when you install Windows Server 2003 on this model.
Page 107: Creating Partition Size
Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-7 Creating Partition Size The size for the partition that the system is to be installed can be calculated from the following formula. Size necessary to install the system + Paging File Size + Dump File Size + Application Size Size necessary to install the system = 2900MB Paging File Size (Recommended) = Mounted Memory Size ×...
Page 108: The Flow Of Setup
No Floppy Disk Select OS to install In case [Skip] is selected Confirm the specification and input the value Remove the Floppy Disk and CD-ROM Copying NEC Modules from the Drive ↓ Copying Selected Application Modules Insert Windows CD-ROM Agree Software License Agreement Install OS Automatically ↓...
Page 109: Installing The Windows Server 2003
Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the server. Press the RESET switch or press Ctrl, Alt, and Delete to reboot from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. (You may also turn off and then on again to reboot the server.) The system will boot from the CD-ROM and NEC EXPRESSBUILDER starts.
Page 110 5-10 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup Notes and restrictions are displayed. Read the messages carefully and click [Confirm]. NOTE: If some operating system has been installed on the hard disk already, the message which asks if you continue the installation appears.
Page 111 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-11 Select the Windows family. Select "Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Standard Edition Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Enterprise Edition" category. NOTE: If you select "Skip" at step 8, this menu does not appear. Go on the step 13. Next, [Basic Information] wizard appears.
Page 112 NOTE: You can use this function only when the floppy disk drive is attached to the system. Remove the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive according to the message. If you proceed the setup by using setup parameter file, remove the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive.
Page 113: Installing And Setting Device Drivers
PROSet is necessary to utilize these features. Follow the procedure below to install PROSet. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The [Windows Explorer] dialog starts. * The procedure in the case of the standard start menu Click Start menu and click [Windows Explorer].
Page 114: Network Driver
5-14 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup Network Driver Specify the details of network driver. One standard network driver that is mounted will be installed automatically, but the link speed and Duplex mode need to be specified manually. [When PROSet is not installed] The [Local Area Connection Properties] dialog box appears.
Page 115: Optional Network Board Driver
If you want to utilize optional Network Board (N8104-112/103/113), the network driver will be installed automatically. Therefore, the driver attached to the Network board should not be used. If you want to utilize optional Network Board (N8104-86/111), install the driver stored in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM.
Page 116 Restart the system according to the message appeared on the screen. Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-56F/95) If you utilize SCSI controller driver (N8103-56F/95), update your system with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system. The SCSI controller driver will be installed automatically.
Page 117 (Recommended)], and click [Next]. When the [Locate Driver Files] dialog box appears, select [Floppy disk drives], insert "Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" into the floppy disk drive, and click [Next]. When the [Driver Files Search Results] dialog box appears, click [Next].
Page 118 5-18 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup Available Switch Options for Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini File Many different switches will be available if you edit Boot.ini file. For the available switch options, refer to the following information: Microsoft Knowledge Base - Article ID: 833721 "Available switch options for the Windows XP and the Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini files"...
Page 119: Setting For Solving Problems
Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-19 Setting for Solving Problems Setup the following issue in advance so that your computer can recover from any trouble precisely and as soon as possible when it should occur. Memory Dump (Debug Information) This section describes the procedures for collecting memory dump (debug information) in the server.
Page 120 5-20 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup IMPORTANT: Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions To specify "Complete Memory Dump" to write the debug information is recommended. If the mounted memory size is larger than 2GB, "Complete Memory Dump" cannot be specified so that specify "Kernel Memory Dump"...
Page 121 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-21 Specify "Complete memory dump" and modify [Dump file:] in the [Write debugging information] group box. e.g. Write the debug information in D drive write the file name "MEMORY.DMP". D:\MEMORY.DMP Click [Settings] on the [Performance] group box. The [Performance Options] window appears.
Page 122 5-22 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup Windows Dr. Watson Windows Dr. Watson is a debugger for application errors. If any application error is detected, Dr. Watson diagnoses the server and logs diagnostic information (log). Follow the procedure below and specify Dr.
Page 123: Installing Maintenance Utilities
To start Network Monitor, point to [Program] → [Administrative Tools] and click [Network Monitor]. For information on how to operate Network Monitor, refer to Online Help. Installing Maintenance Utilities Various maintenance utilities are contained in your NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM. See Chapter 6 for installing the utilities to your server or management workstations.
Page 124: Updating The System
Log on to the system with the account that has administrative authority (e.g. Administrator) and insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the server. [Setup Software] in [Master Control Menu] screen appears, so left-click the item. Click [Update the System] from the menu and the setup will start.
Page 125: Exceptional Setup
If you would like to install or re-install the OS when the system has new mass storage device not to be supported by NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, you have to set as follows. Read the manual supplied with the mass storage device before setting the server.
Page 126: Microsoft Windows 2000
2000 (Plug and Play, support for USB interface and so on). See Chapter 4 to specify them. NEC ESMPRO Agent On Windows 2000 systems, the ESMPRO Agent needs the necras.sys driver. To install the necras.sys, run the System update from NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM. Optional Board Supported by NEC EXPRESSBUILDER Supporting installation of OS in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER –...
Page 127: Windows 2000
Express server mainframe (BIOS and optional board specification) The document for installing Windows 2000 is also attached to the other software package which is sold separately from NEC, but refer to this document when you install Windows 2000 on this model.
Page 128 5-28 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup Creating Partition Size The size for the partition that the system is to be installed can be calculated from the following formula. Size necessary to install the system + Paging File Size + Dump File Size + Application Size Size necessary to install the system = 1000MB Paging File Size (Recommended) = Mounted Memory Size ×...
Page 129 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-29 Re-installing to the hard disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk You cannot re-install Windows 2000 with the current partition of the hard disk upgraded to Dynamic Disk kept remained. If you want to keep the current partition remained, see Appendix D to re-install the system.
Page 130: The Flow Of Setup
No Floppy Disk Select OS to install In case [Skip] is selected Confirm the specification and input the value Remove the Floppy Disk and CD-ROM Copying NEC Modules from the Drive ↓ Copying Selected Application Modules Insert Windows CD-ROM Agree Software License Agreement Insert SP CD-ROM (If you selected [Apply] on [Apply Service Pack].)
Page 131: Installing The Windows 2000
Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the server. Press the RESET switch or press Ctrl, Alt, and Delete to reboot from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. (You may also turn off and then on again to reboot the server.) The system will boot from the CD-ROM and the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER starts.
Page 132 5-32 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup "Note" will be displayed. Read the instruction carefully and click [Confirm]. Notes and restrictions are displayed. Read the messages carefully and click [Confirm]. NOTE: If some oparating system has been installed on the hard disk already, the message which asks if you continue the installation appears.
Page 133 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-33 Select the installing Operating system. Select "Windows" from the menu. Select the Windows family. Select "Microsoft Windows 2000 Server Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server" category. NOTE: If you select "Skip" at step 8, this menu does not appear. Go on the step 13.
Page 134 NOTE: You can use this function only when the floppy disk drive is attached to the system. Remove the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive according to the message. If you proceed the setup by using setup parameter file, remove the floppy disk from the floppy disk drive.
Page 135 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-35 Read the contents carefully and click [I Agree.] or press F8 if you do agree. If you do not agree, click [I Disagree] or press F3. IMPORTANT: If you do not agree to this agreement, the setup terminates and Windows 2000 will not be installed.
Page 136: Installing And Setting Device Drivers
PROSet is necessary to utilize these features. Follow the procedure below to install PROSet. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Click Start menu, point to [Program], [Accessory] and click [Explorer]. Run "PROSET.EXE" in the following directory.
Page 137 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-37 Network Driver [When PROSet is not installed] Click Start menu and click [Network and Dial-Up Connection]. The [Network and Dial-Up Connection] dialog box appears. Right-click [Local Area Connection] and click [Properties] from pop-up menu. The [Local Area Connection Properties] dialog box appears.
Page 138: Graphics Accelerator Driver
Follow the message to continue the installation. If the dialog message "Digital Signature could not been found." appears, select [Yes] to continue. Remove the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive, follow the direction on the screen and restart the system. USB 2.0 Driver USB 2.0 Driver is pre-installed.
Page 139 Restart the system according to the message appeared on the screen. Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-56F/95) If you utilize SCSI controller driver (N8103-56F/95), update your system with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system. The SCSI controller driver will be installed automatically.
Page 140 5-40 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup Available Switch Options for Windows 2000 Boot.ini File Many different switches will be available if you edit Boot.ini File. For the available switch options, refer to the following information: Microsoft Knowledge Base - Article ID: 170756 "Available Switch Options for the Windows NT Boot.ini File"...
Page 141: Setting For Solving Problems
Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-41 Setting for Solving Problems Setup the following issue in advance so that your computer can recover from any trouble precisely and as soon as possible when it should occur. Memory Dump (Debug Information) This section describes the procedures for collecting memory dump (debug information) in the server.
Page 142 5-42 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup IMPORTANT: To specify "Complete Memory Dump" to write the debug information is recommended. If the mounted memory size is larger than 2GB, "Complete Memory Dump" cannot be specified so that specify "Kernel Memory Dump" instead. Specify the drive where there is a free area more than the size of "the memory capacity mounted on Express server + 12MB".
Page 143 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup 5-43 Windows 2000 Dr. Watson Windows 2000 Dr. Watson is a debugger for application errors. If any application error is detected, Dr. Watson diagnoses the server and logs diagnostic information (log). Follow the procedure below and specify Dr.
Page 144: Installing Maintenance Utilities
To start Network Monitor, point to [Program] → [Administrative Tools] and click [Network Monitor]. For information on how to operate Network Monitor, refer to Online Help. Installing Maintenance Utilities Various maintenance utilities are contained in your NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM. See Chapter 6 for installing the utilities to your server or management workstations.
Page 145: Updating The System - Installing Service Pack
Log on to the system with the account that has administrative authority (e.g. Administrator) and insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the server. [Setup Software] in [Master Control Menu] screen appears, so left-click the item. Click [Update the System] from the menu and the setup will start.
Page 146: Exceptional Setup
If you would like to install or re-install the OS when the system has new mass storage device not to be supported by NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, you have to set as follows. Read the manual supplied with the mass storage device before setting the server.
Page 147: Hostraid
Enterprise Edition Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Microsoft Windows 2000 Server/Advanced Server Configuration Method of disk arrays: BIOS setup utility, NEC EXPRESSBUILDER and ASMBE Features HostRAID enables the BIOS utility to select the disk array/standard SATA for each channel.
Page 148: Notes
For notes on the BIOS setup utility, refer to Chapter 4 of this manual. For notes on ASMBE, refer to Adaptec Storage Manager™ - Browser Edition User's Guide. NOTE: You may view or print the Adaptec Storage Manager™ - Browser Edition User's Guide from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM. Only use the HostRAID drive as a system drive.
Page 149: Hostraid Setup Flow
See appendix of ASMBE User's Guide *1 You can create RAID by using the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. In this case, only you need to do is to set the HostRAID feature to "Enabled" by using BIOS setup utility. *2 ASMBE User's Guide: Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition User's Guide.
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Page 151 Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities This section describes how to use the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM that comes with your server and to install the utilities stored on the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER.
Page 152 6-2 Installing and Using Utilities NEC EXPRESSBUILDER NEC EXPRESSBUILDER is an automated software integration tool to help simplify the process of installing and configuring your server. Shipped with all NEC servers, the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM provides a flexible, guided installation process for system administrators to install Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Microsoft Windows 2000 or other operating systems (contact your service representative for the server certified operating systems).
Page 153: Chapter 6 Installing And Using Utilities
Installing and Using Utilities 6-3 Windows-based This program is called as "Master Control Menu" that can run under the Microsoft Windows system (Windows 95 or later and Windows NT 4.0 or later). You can install the several applications and read the documentation from the menu.
Page 154: Nec Expressbuilder
ROM drive of your server. Ensure that the floppy disk drive is empty. Press the RESET switch or press Ctrl, Alt, and Delete to reboot from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. (You may also turn off and then on again to reboot the server.)
Page 155: Express Setup
If you install Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000, after a few tasks are completed, all that remains to be done is to remove the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM and install the Windows CD-ROM, input a product ID number, and acknowledge the license agreement.
Page 156 NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM contains a number of device drivers and utilities that you can put on floppy disks and load onto your system. Using this menu creates a support disk by copying from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM. If your system has the Windows operating system, you may find it more convenient to use NEC EXPRESSBUILDER for Windows-based to make support disks.
Page 157 – Create Maintenance Partition NEC EXPRESSBUILDER creates about 55MB of the maintenance partition on the system disk (or disk array system) as work area. The various utilities are installed when the maintenance partition is created successfully or when the maintenance partition is already created.
Page 158 BIOS/FW/etc. Update This menu allows you to update the software module such as BIOS and firmware of the server by using the update disk (3.5-inch floppy disk) that is distributed from NEC customer service representative. After rebooting the system, an update program is started automatically from the floppy disk, and the various BIOS and firmware programs are updated.
Page 159: Nec Expressbuilder For Windows-Based (Master Control Menu)
Some documents are provided in the PDF format. Use the Adobe Acrobat Reader to read these documents. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Master Control Menu appears on the screen automatically. If the Autorun function is invalid in your system, run the \MC\1ST.EXE file in the CD-ROM directly.
Page 160: Configuration Diskette Creator
Also, you can install the system with the same specification as before when re-installing the system. We recommend you to create [Configuration Diskette] to setup the servers from NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. IMPORTANT: You can not create [Configuration Diskette] for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions.
Page 161 Installing and Using Utilities 6-11 Click [Configuration Diskette Creator]. Configuration Diskette Creator window is displayed. Click [Create New Information files] from the [File] menu. The [Disk Environment] dialog box will be displayed. Specify each item and click [OK]. The dialog boxes to specify setup information will be displayed in order, such as [Basic Information] dialog box.
Page 162 6-12 Installing and Using Utilities Follow the message to specify each item on the dialog box and click [Next]. NOTE: If you click on [Cancel], all the input value will be deleted. When completing the specification of setup information, the [Save Setup Information] dialog box will appear.
Page 163 Installing and Using Utilities 6-13 Installing Optional Mass Storage Driver To install optional Mass Storage Driver that is supported by the Express Setup, follow the procedure below to create [Configuration Diskette]. Display Configuration Diskette Creator window. From the [File] menu, click [Create new information files]. [Disk Environment] dialog box will be displayed.
Page 164: Nec Esmpro
6-14 Installing and Using Utilities NEC ESMPRO The NEC ESMPRO (referred to as ESMPRO hereafter) lets a system administrator manage remote servers across a network. ESMPRO monitors server hardware and software configurations, failures, and performance. With log data collected by ESMPRO, a system administrator can track long-term and short-term performance, monitor server usage, create graphs to record trends, and check server failure rates.
Page 165: Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition
Explorer 5.5 or later). Before attempting to operate ASMBE, read the "Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition User's Guide" included in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM. The manual explains the ASMBE installation procedure and notes on operating ASMBE. Promise Array Management Promise Array Management is a RAID management utility for monitoring serial ATA RAID controller.
Page 166: Power Console Plus
LSI Logic. Use of Power Console Plus enables operations (e.g., monitoring and maintenance) of RAID systems that are constructed on local NEC Express servers and NEC Express servers connected through networks (TCP/IP). The operations can be done online on graphical screens without the system being stopped.
Page 167 Installing and Using Utilities 6-17 MegaRAID Registration Server Enables control of the MegaRAID controller via the network. Install in one of NEC Express servers and management PCs that are connected through network. The above components must be installed correctly for establishing the environment to use Power Console Plus.
Page 168: Server Setup
6-18 Installing and Using Utilities Server Setup This section explains Power Console Plus setup in the NEC Express server in which the MegaRAID controller is mounted. Operating Environment This section explains the operating environment required for Power Console Plus to operate on a server.
Page 169: Management Pc Setup
This section explains the operating environment required for Power Console Plus to operate on a management PC. Hardware – Machine: NEC Express5800 series PC/AT-compatible machine (which contains Intel Pentium or a CPU at least equivalent to it) – Memory: Size large enough for OS operation + 8MB or more –...
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Page 171: Chapter 7 Maintenance
MAKING BACKUP COPIES NEC recommends you make backup copies of your valuable data stored in hard disks of the server on a regular basis. For backup storage devices suitable for the server and backup tools, consult with your sales agent.
Page 172: Cleaning
7-2 Maintenance CLEANING Clean the server on a regular basis to keep the server in a good shape. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages 1-3 to 1-8 for details.
Page 173: Cleaning The Server
Maintenance 7-3 Cleaning the Server For daily cleaning, wipe the external surfaces of the server with a dry soft cloth. Follow the procedure below if stains remain on the surfaces: IMPORTANT: To avoid altering the material and color of the server, do not use volatile solvents such as thinner and benzene to clean the server.
Page 174: Cleaning The Interior
7-4 Maintenance Cleaning the Interior One of the most important items in a good maintenance program is regular and thorough cleaning of the interior of the server, especially around the mother board. Dust buildup inside the server can lead to several problems. As dust acts as a thermal insulator, a buildup can prevent proper system cooling.
Page 175: Cleaning The Keyboard/Mouse
Maintenance 7-5 Cleaning the Keyboard/Mouse Make sure that the server and peripheral devices are all off-powered (the POWER/SLEEP lamp goes off), and then wipe the keyboard surface with a dry cloth. The mouse operation depends on the degree of smoothness of the internal ball rotation. To keep the mouse ball clean, use the mouse in a place with little dust.
Page 176: Cleaning Cd-Rom
7-6 Maintenance Cleaning CD-ROM A dusty CD-ROM or dust-accumulated tray causes the device to fail to read data correctly. Follow the procedure below to clean the tray and CD-ROM regularly: Make sure that the server is powered (the POWER/SLEEP lamp is lit). Press the CD tray Open/Close button on the front of the CD-ROM drive.
Page 177: System Diagnostics
Maintenance 7-7 SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS The System Diagnostics runs several tests on the server. Use the System Diagnostics program in the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER provided with the server to diagnose the server. Test Items The following items are tested in system diagnostics.
Page 178: Starting And Ending The System Diagnostics
Plug the power cord and turn on the server. Use the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM to reboot the server. See the Chapter 6 "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" for details. The following menu appears when started the server using the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. Select [Tools].
Page 179 Maintenance 7-9 Select [System Diagnostics]. The System Diagnostics starts and completes in approximately three minutes. When the diagnosis completes, the screen of the display changes in the following indication. Diagnosis tool title Test windows title TeDoLi(TEst & Diagnosis On Linux) Ver001.00(Build020901.1.1m) Test result Test End Start10:06:58 End 10:09:58 Pass 000:03:00 TestTime 000:03:00...
Page 180 Select <Reboot> in the End user Menu above. The Express Server restarts, and NEC EXPRESSBUILDER boot the system. Exit the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, and remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive. Turn off the server and unplug the power cord from the receptacle.
Page 181: Relocating/Storing The Server
Maintenance 7-11 RELOCATING/STORING THE SERVER Follow the procedure below to relocate or store the server: CAUTION Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may cause a fire, personal injury, or property damage. See pages 1-3 to 1-8 for details.
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Page 183: Chapter 8 Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting If your server does not operate as expected, read this chapter before assuming a failure. NOTE: For provision against an unexpected failure, it is recommended to install the Off-line Maintenance Utility, NEC ESMPRO, to the server and client computers.
Page 184: System Viewers
Monitor the occurrence of fault by NEC ESMPRO during the system operation. Especially take note on whether any alert is reported to NEC ESMPRO Manager on the management PC. Check whether any alert is reported on the Operation Window, Data Viewer, or Alert Viewer of NEC ESMPRO Manager.
Page 185: Lamps
The following table lists indications of the STATUS lamp, descriptions, and actions to take. NOTES: If the server has the NEC ESMPRO or Off-line Maintenance Utility installed, you can view the error log to identify the cause of a trouble.
Page 186: Troubleshooting
8-4 Troubleshooting STATUS lamp Description Procedure indication On (green) The server is operating normally. – Flashing The server is operating with the Check the AC POWER lamp indication • (green) memory or CPU in degraded on the rear panel of the server. state.
Page 187: Power/Sleep Lamp
Troubleshooting 8-5 POWER/SLEEP Lamp ( The green POWER/SLEEP lamp lights to indicate normal operation while the server is powered. When the server is off-powered, the POWER/SLEEP lamp stays unlit. The POWER/SLEEP lamp indicates that the server is running in the power-saving mode (sleep mode).
Page 188: Lan Connector Lamps
8-6 Troubleshooting LAN Connector Lamps The LAN connector on the rear panel has two lamps as follows. LINK/ACT lamp Speed lamp LINK/ACT lamp The link/ACT lamp indicates the state of each network port normally equipped with the server. If the power is supplied to the server and the hub and they are correctly connected with each other, the lamp is lit green (LINK state).
Page 189: Error Messages
Troubleshooting 8-7 ERROR MESSAGES If an error occurs in the server, an error message appears on the display unit connected to the server. Error Messages after Power-on Powering on the server automatically starts the self-diagnostic program, POST (Power On Self- Test).
Page 190: Post Error Messages
8-8 Troubleshooting POST Error Messages When POST detects an error, it displays an error message on the display unit screen. The following table lists error codes, error messages, and actions to take. IMPORTANT: Take a note on the messages displayed before consulting with your sales agent.
Page 191 Troubleshooting 8-9 Error Error Message Response Code 004B Unknown BIOS error. Error code = 14B (this is really Pause LANGUAGE_MODULE_ERR) 004C Keyboard/Interface Error Pause 004D Primary Master Hard Disk Error Pause 004E Primary Slave Hard Disk Error Pause 004F Secondary Master Hard Disk Error Pause 0050 Secondary Slave Hard Disk Error...
Page 192 8-10 Troubleshooting Error Error Message Response Code 8170 Processor 01 failed BIST Pause 8171 Processor 02 failed BIST Pause 8180 BIOS does not support current stepping for Processor 1 Pause 8181 BIOS does not support current stepping for Processor 2 Pause 8190 Watchdog timer failed on last boot...
Page 193: Beep Codes
Troubleshooting 8-11 Beep Codes The following table lists the POST error beep codes. Prior to system video initialization, the BIOS uses these beep codes to inform users of error conditions. Number Description Recommended Action of Beeps Memory refresh timer error Reseat the memory, or replace with known good modules.
Page 194: Solving Problems
If the server still fails to operate successfully after solving your problem, take a note on the on- screen message and contact your sales agent. Problems with NEC Express Server No screen display appears with beep: Are DIMMs installed securely? →...
Page 195 Troubleshooting 8-13 Fail to power off the server: Is the POWER switch enabled? → Restart the server and start the BIOS SETUP utility. <Menu to check: [Security] - [Power Switch Inhibit]> Is the server running in the Secure Mode? → The POWER switch is disabled in the Secure Mode. (Forced shutdown is also not available.) To release the Secure Mode, enter the password specified with the BIOS SETUP utility.
Page 196 8-14 Troubleshooting Fail to access to internal or external devices (or such devices fail to operate): Are cables properly connected? → Make sure that the interface cables and power cord are properly connected. Also make sure that the cables are connected in the correct order. Is the power-on order correct? →...
Page 197 Troubleshooting 8-15 Fail to access (read or write) to the floppy disk: Does the floppy disk drive contain a floppy disk? → Insert a floppy disk into the floppy disk drive until it clicks. Is the floppy disk write-protected? → Place the write-protect switch on the floppy disk to the "Write-enabled" position. Is the floppy disk formatted? →...
Page 198 Fail to access the (internal or external) SCSI devices: Is the SCSI device applicable to the server? → Operation of any SCSI device that is not authorized by NEC is not guaranteed. Is the cable connection changed? → The SCSI connector on the motherboard in the server can be used for either built- in file devices or external SCSI devices.
Page 199: Problems With Windows Server 2003 X64 Editions
Troubleshooting 8-17 Problems with Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions There are some cases that an event log is registered as follows when you install Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions. Source: DCOM Category: Error Event ID: 10016 Description: The application-specific permission settings do not grant Local Activation permission for the COM server application with CLSID {555F3418-D99E- 4E51-800A-6E89CFD8B1D7} to the user {NT AUTHORITY\LOCAL SERVICE} SID {S-1-5-19}.
Page 200: Problems With Windows 2000
→ Take out the floppy disk and restart the server. Is the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM in the CD-ROM drive? → Take out the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM and restart the server. Is the OS broken? → Use recovery process to recover the system. (See "Recovery for Windows 2000 System"...
Page 201 Troubleshooting 8-19 Unable to update the system: Are you trying to update the system without applying Service Pack or with Service Pack 1, 2, or 3? → Without applying Service Pack and applying Service Pack 1, 2, or 3 to this system are not supported.
Page 202 8-20 Troubleshooting The server is not found on the network: Is the LAN cable connected? → Make sure to connect the LAN cable to the network port on the rear of the server. Also make sure that the LAN cable to use conforms to the network interface standard.
Page 203: Problems With Nec Expressbuilder
Troubleshooting 8-21 Problems with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER When the server is not booted from the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM, check the following: Did you set the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER during POST and restart the server? → If you do not set the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER during POST and restart the server, an error message will appear or the OS will boot.
Page 204: Problems With Express Setup
Microsoft network client. Component : SNMP, IIS (Excluding Professional and Windows Server 2003) Application : NEC ESMPRO Agent Adaptec Storage Manager - Browser Edition (if the onboard HostRAID controller is enabled) Power Console Plus (if optional SCSI RAID controller is installed in the system)
Page 205 Troubleshooting 8-23 [Complete] does not appear on [Role of Computer] screen. → The [Complete] does not appear if the Setup File that has already been created is loaded. → [Complete] appears only when you first entered the [Role of Computer] screen. Once you go to the next screen from [Role of Computer], the [Complete] will not appear even if you enter [Back] to go back to the [Role of Computer] screen.
Page 206 8-24 Troubleshooting The following message appears on the screen and the setup is suspended while the Express Setup is executing: Bad Command or filename Insufficient disk space → Follow the procedure described below and check the BIOS settings for the SCSI controller.
Page 207 Troubleshooting 8-25 When more than two Network adapter are specified, the detailed specification of TCP/IP protocol are all set to use DHCP. → When more than two Network adapter are specified, the detailed specification of the protocol may all be set by default value. Re-specify the details from Control Panel. Not more than two Network adapter is connected, but the detailed specification of the protocol are all set by default.
Page 208: Error Message During Disk Array Configuration
Adapter is not exists. When one of above messages is observed, the Disk Array controller or the hard disk drive may be failed. Check that cable connections and switch settings are correct, and then attempt to run NEC EXPRESSBUILDER once again.
Page 209: Collecting Event Log
CPU kit. When Windows 2000 is used, following message may be appeared in the System Log of the Event Viewer after extension the different revision of two or more CPUs in the NEC Express server. If this message is logged, it is no problem for operation.
Page 210: Collect Configuration Information
8-28 Troubleshooting Collect Configuration Information This section describes on how to collect the information on hardware configuration and inside specification. In order to collect information, "Diagnostic Program" is used. IMPORTANT: If STOP error, system error, or stall occurred, follow the procedure below after restarting the system. <For Windows Server 2003>...
Page 211: Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information
Troubleshooting 8-29 Collecting Dr. Watson Diagnostic Information Dr. Watson collects diagnostic information related to application errors. The location to save the information can be specified as you like. For more information, refer to Chapter 5. Memory Dump If an error occurs, the dump file should be saved to acquire necessary information. If you saved the dump to DAT, write down that it is saved as "NTBackup"...
Page 212: Saving The Dump File
8-30 Troubleshooting Saving the Dump File Press the DUMP switch to save the dump file when an error occurs. Insert a metal pin (a straightened large paper clip will make a substitute) into the switch hole to press the DUMP switch. DUMP switch Pressing the DUMP switch saves the dump file in the specified directory.
Page 213: Recovery For Windows 2000 System
Currently, Setup will load support for the following mass storage devices. Select [Other] and press Enter. Insert Windows 2000 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER into the floppy disk drive and press Enter. Please insert the disk labeled...
Page 214 8-32 Troubleshooting Select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter. – INITIO INI-A10XU2W SCSI Host Adapter (When N8103-65F board is installed.) – MegaRAID SCSI 320-1 Controller Driver (When N8103-80F board is installed.) – Adaptec Ultra320 SCSI Cards (Win2000) (When N8103-75F board is installed.) –...
Page 215: Off-Line Maintenance Utility
Troubleshooting 8-33 OFF-LINE MAINTENANCE UTILITY The Off-line Maintenance Utility is an OS-independent maintenance program. When you are unable to start the OS-dependent NEC ESMPRO to troubleshoot a problem, the Off-line Maintenance Utility can be used. IMPORTANT: The Off-line Maintenance Utility is intended for use of your sales agent.
Page 216: Features Of Off-Line Maintenance Utility
Without the backup data, the system-specific information and/or configuration may not be restored. Only the authorized personnel is allowed to restore the backup data. Start of Utilities With the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, you can start the following utilities installed in the maintenance partition. – System Diagnostics –...
Page 217: Resetting The Server
Troubleshooting 8-35 RESETTING THE SERVER There are two ways to reset the server. IMPORTANT: Resetting the server clears the DIMM memory and the data in process. To reset the server when it is not frozen, make sure that no processing is in progress. Hard reset Press the RESET switch at the front of the server.
Page 218: Forced Shutdown
8-36 Troubleshooting FORCED SHUTDOWN Use this function when an OS command does not shut down the server, the POWER switch does not turn off the server, or resetting does not work. Press and hold the POWER switch on the server for at least four seconds. The power is forcibly turned off.
Page 219: Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server
Use the options and cables approved by NEC. You will be charged by any repair of a malfunction, fault, or defect occurring in a server in which one or more component not approved by NEC are used.
Page 220: Safety Notes
9-2 Upgrading Your Server SAFETY NOTES Observe the following notes to install or remove optional devices safely and properly. WARNING Observe the following instructions to use the server safely. Failure to follow these instructions may result in death or serious personal injury. See pages 1- 3 to 1-8 for details.
Page 221: Static Precautions
Upgrading Your Server 9-3 STATIC PRECAUTIONS An electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage disk drives, option boards, and other components. Electronic device can be easily damaged by static electricity. To prevent damage, observe the following information. Wear a wrist strap (an arm belt or anti-static glove). Wear a wrist strap on your wrist.
Page 222: Preparing For Installation And Removal
9-4 Upgrading Your Server PREPARING FOR INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL Prepare the installation or removal of a component depending on the following procedure: Shut down the OS. Press the POWER switch to turn off the power of the server. (The POWER/SLEEP lamp goes off.) Pull out the power cord from the AC inlet on the server.
Page 223: Device Installation Or Removal Procedure
Upgrading Your Server 9-5 DEVICE INSTALLATION OR REMOVAL PROCEDURE Install or remove a component from the server in the following procedure. Side Cover The left side cover should be removed to access to built-in devices and/or mother board in the server. It is not necessary to remove the right side cover.
Page 224 9-6 Upgrading Your Server Installation The side cover can be installed in the reverse procedure of the removal. Make sure that the hooks on the side cover are inserted into the frames and holes of the server securely. IMPORTANT: After one or more optional devices are installed or removed completely, install the removed side cover securely.
Page 225: Processor Air Duct
Upgrading Your Server 9-7 Processor Air Duct To install or remove the DIMM or processor, you will need to remove the air duct. IMPORTANT: Do not assemble the server without installing the air duct. No duct installed in the system reduces cooling efficiency and can affect performance or cause damage due to overheating.
Page 226 9-8 Upgrading Your Server Installation Follow these steps to install the air duct. Holding the internal cables clear, place the air duct into the chassis. Adjust the air duct until the frame of the right end of the duct is aligned with the hook on the chassis.
Page 227: Hard Disk
Purchase the hard disks additionally if required. IMPORTANT: Do not use any hard disks not approved by NEC. If an unapproved third party's hard disk is installed in the server, not only the hard disk but also the server itself may be defected. Consult your service representative for purchasing hard disk.
Page 228 9-10 Upgrading Your Server Setting Operation Mode Configure the operation mode of hard disks installed in the server as listed below. SATA hard disk drive Hard Disk Bay to Install First hard disk Disk bay #1 Second hard disk Disk bay #2 Third hard disk * Disk bay #3 Fourth hard disk *...
Page 229 Upgrading Your Server 9-11 Installation Install a hard disk in the following procedure. A hard disk may be installed in any other slot in the similar procedure. IMPORTANT: In the disk array configuration, hard disks configuring a specific pack should have the same specification including the capacity.
Page 230 9-12 Upgrading Your Server Remove the drive carrier. IMPORTANT: To maintain the cooling effect in the server, install the dummy tray in the vacant slot of the disk bay. Place the hard disk onto the carrier, with its connector facing the rear of the carrier.
Page 231 Upgrading Your Server 9-13 Turn the hard disk and carrier over and secure the hard disk in the carrier with four screws supplied with the hard disk. IMPORTANT: Use the screws that came with the hard disk. If not, use the screws that came with the server. Install the drive carrier into the hard disk bay and secure the carrier to the chassis with two screws removed in Step 5.
Page 232 9-14 Upgrading Your Server Connect the interface cable and power cables. See Chapter 10 for details. IMPORTANT: Keep the socket cover removed from the power cable connector or interface cable connector for future use. For serial ATA hard disk drives, use the relay cable connector that comes with the optional serial ATA cable as shown figure below.
Page 233: 5.25-Inch Device
Upgrading Your Server 9-15 5.25-inch Device The server contains four slots in which backup devices including CD-ROM and magnetic tape drives can be installed. Slot 3 Slot 2 Standard ATAPI CD-ROM drive Slot 1 IMPORTANT: The server can include a maximum of two devices: two half-height devices, or one half-height device and one full-height device.
Page 234 9-16 Upgrading Your Server Installation See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare. Remove the side cover. Remove the two screws fixing the dummy cover. Pull out the dummy cover toward you carefully. NOTE: When installing a full-height device, remove two dummy covers.
Page 235: Upgrading Your Server
Upgrading Your Server 9-17 Push the 5.25-inch device to the device bay carefully. NOTE: Make sure that the cables are not caught while the 5.25-inch device is pushed into the slot. IMPORTANT: If a 5.25-inch device occupying two slots cannot be inserted easily, push the device to the slots with it lifted a little.
Page 236 9-18 Upgrading Your Server Connect the SCSI and power cables to the 5.25-inch device installed from the left side of the server. See "Cable connection" for details. IMPORTANT: Connector pin bending or incomplete connection may cause a malfunction to occur. Provide the connection securely watching the 5.25-inch device and cable connectors.
Page 237: Pci Board
Upgrading Your Server 9-19 PCI Board The server contains six slots into which PCI boards can be inserted. IMPORTANT: Any PCI board is easily affected by static electricity. Handle a PCI board after making your body contact with a metallic frame section of the server to discharge the static electricity on your body.
Page 238 9-20 Upgrading Your Server Installation Install a board connected to a PCI board slot in the following procedure. IMPORTANT: 3.3V or universal PCI boards can be installed in PCI board slots #1 and #2. 5V or universal PCI boards can be installed in PCI board slots #3 and #5.
Page 239 Upgrading Your Server 9-21 See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare. Remove the side cover. Define the slot in which a board is installed and remove the connector cap of the slot. IMPORTANT: Keep the removed connector cap carefully. Remove a screw securing the I/O cover.
Page 240 9-22 Upgrading Your Server Insert the board into the front retention mechanism and rear guide rails. Carefully push the board until it engages and fully seats in the slot connector. IMPORTANT: If the board cannot be installed easily, remove the board once and then reinstall it.
Page 241: Raid Controller Board
Replacement of disk array controller board Restore the disk array configuration information in the disk array controller boards. Use the configuration utility for the restoration. Refer to the online document saved in "NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" CD-ROM coming with the server or the documentation coming with the disk array controller for details.
Page 242: Using Internal Disks In Disk Array Configuration
9-24 Upgrading Your Server Using Internal Disks in Disk Array Configuration For the installation of the RAID controller board, see "PCI Board" and the manual that comes with the RAID controller board. The DISK access lamp on the front panel of the server indicates the access status of the hard disk drive connected to the RAID controller board.
Page 243 Upgrading Your Server 9-25 Disk Array Configuration of Additional Disk Unit The N8141-36F additional disk unit is exclusively used for installation of hard disks. The cabinet can contain up to 14 hard disks. The server equipped with disk array controller boards can be connected with up to two additional disk units.
Page 244 9-26 Upgrading Your Server SCSI Controller Board SCSI controller board (N8103-56F/65F/75F) is a PCI board to control hard disk drives and file devices that operate through the SCSI interface. The SCSI controller board is necessary in the following cases: Installing a file device in the 5.25-inch device bay of the server Using a SCSI hard disk as an internal hard disk Connecting external SCSI equipment.
Page 245 Upgrading Your Server 9-27 From Installation to Setting For the installation of the SCSI controller board, see "PCI board". The DISK access lamp on the front panel of the server indicates the access status of the hard disk drive connected to the SCSI controller board.
Page 246: Processor
9-28 Upgrading Your Server Processor The mother board includes two Intel Xeon ZIF sockets. The primary and secondary processor sockets are located as shown in the figure below. IMPORTANT: Any CPU is easily affected by static electricity. Handle a CPU after making your body contact with a metallic frame section of the server to discharge the static electricity on your body.
Page 247 Upgrading Your Server 9-29 Installation Install a CPU in the following procedure. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare. Remove the components as follows: Side cover Processor air duct Locate the CPU socket which you are going to install CPU. Raise the locking lever on the socket.
Page 248 9-30 Upgrading Your Server Push the CPU lightly to the socket, and push down the lever to secure the CPU. Put the heat sink on CPU. NOTE: Be aware of direction of heat sink (see figure below).
Page 249 Do not move the secured heat sink. Install the components you removed previously. Power on the server. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive and reboot the system. After rebooting the system, the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER menu appears on the screen.
Page 250 When the message "Programming complete, reboot server for normal operation" appears, take out the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive, and press the Reset button or cycle the power to reboot the system. (Resetting by Ctrl + Alt + Del will not correctly update the configuration data.)
Page 251 Upgrading Your Server 9-33 Removal To remove the CPU, prepare the removal referring to steps 1 and 7 in the installation procedure and do the reverse procedure of steps 12 to 8. Remove the heat sink by using a flat-tip screwdriver for the fixing metal fitting.
Page 252: Dimm
9-34 Upgrading Your Server DIMM The DIMM (Dual Inline Memory Module) is installed in a DIMM socket on the mother board installed in the server. The mother board contains six sockets in which DIMMs are installed. Two 256MB DIMM is normally installed in DIMM #1A and #1B.
Page 253 DIMM. In addition, do not put the DIMM on a desk directly. See "Static Precautions" for details of the static electricity. Do not use any DIMM not approved by NEC. If an unapproved third party's DIMM is installed in the server, not only the DIMM but also the server itself may be defected.
Page 254 9-36 Upgrading Your Server Installation Install a DIMM in the following procedure. See the section "Preparing for Installation and Removal" described earlier to prepare. Remove the components as follows: Side cover Processor air duct Confirm the socket in which a DIMM is installed. Open the levers at both ends of the socket.
Page 255 Upgrading Your Server 9-37 Gently push the levers to the upright position until they engage the notches in the DIMM. Install the remove components. Turn on the power of the server. Then make sure that any error message does not appear in POST.
Page 256 NOTES: To remove the defected DIMM, check the error message appearing in POST or NEC ESMPRO to identify the DIMM socket (group) in which the defected DIMM is installed. The server operates only when at least one DIMM is installed.
Page 257: Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagrams
Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagrams Internal cable connections of the server are shown below.
Page 258: Interface Cables
10-2 Internal Cabling Diagrams INTERFACE CABLES An example of the connections of interface cables between devices within the server and external devices is shown below. Standard Configuration The following shows an example of connection in the standard configuration: The mother board has two serial ATA (SATA) connectors. "IDE" in the figure below is the primary channel of Ultra ATA66 for the standard CD-ROM drive and optional PATA device.
Page 259: Sata Raid Drive Configuration
Internal Cabling Diagrams 10-3 SATA RAID Drive Configuration Your server can contain up to four SATA hard disk drives if an optional SATA RAID controller is installed. You can configure the RAID controller with RAID levels of JBOD, RAID0, RAID1, and RAID5 by running the RAID configuration utility.
Page 260: Scsi Hard Disk Drive Configuration
10-4 Internal Cabling Diagrams SCSI Hard Disk Drive Configuration You need an optional SCSI controller and internal SCSI cable to install a SCSI hard disk drive or file device. Set SCSI IDs as shown in the figure below. Set the terminating resistor (Enabled/Disabled) for the last-connected device in the SCSI chain.
Page 261: Internal Cabling Diagrams
Internal Cabling Diagrams 10-5 An optional SCSI controller (N8103-65F) is available for continuous connection of the SCSI cable from a hard disk drive to a file device. A maximum of three SCSI hard disk drives and one SCSI backup device can be connected with one SCSI controller. This server does not guarantee operation with SCSI and IDE hard disk drives being mixed.
Page 262: Scsi Raid Drive Configuration
10-6 Internal Cabling Diagrams SCSI RAID Drive Configuration Your server can contain up to four SCSI hard disk drives if an optional SCSI RAID controller is installed. You can configure the RAID controller with RAID levels of RAID0, RAID1, and RAID5 by running the RAID configuration utility.
Page 263: Hot-Plug Scsi Raid Drive Configuration
Internal Cabling Diagrams 10-7 Hot-plug SCSI RAID Drive Configuration The optional SCSI RAID controller, hot-plug SCSI HDD bay and SCSI cable allow your server to contain a maximum of six hot-plug SCSI hard disk drives as shown in the figure below. The hard disk drives installed in the HDD bay are controlled by the SCSI RAID controller with each of the RAID level of RAID, RAID1 or RAID5.
Page 264: Power Cable
10-8 Internal Cabling Diagrams POWER CABLE Proper connector numbers of format Pnn (nn: numeral) are printed on the power cables connected to the power unit installed in the server. The connector numbers and the built-in devices to which the connectors are connected are shown in the figures below. Standard Configuration Option Power supply...
Page 265: Hot-Plug Scsi Raid Drive Configuration
Internal Cabling Diagrams 10-9 Hot-plug SCSI RAID Drive Configuration Option Power supply Option 5.25-inch device bay CD-ROM Option Floppy disk drive PCI #5 PCIe#4 PCI#3 SATA#1 SATA#2 PCI#2 PCI#1 3.5-inch disk bay Power cable...
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Page 267: Appendix A Specifications
640 VA, 625 W Environmental Temperature 10 to 35°C (operating), -10 to 55°C (non-operating, storage) requirements Humidity 20 to 80% RH (no condensation) Others NEC EXPRESSBUILDER supported, NEC ESMPRO provided in the standard configuration * The optional hot-plug HDD cage is installed.
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Page 269: Appendix B Other Precautions
Server Management Software The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM that comes with the server contains the NEC ESMPRO utility. NEC recommends that you should install the NEC ESMPRO for effective use of the reliability enhancement features of the server. Floppy Disk The following describes use of the floppy disk.
Page 270 B-2 Other Precautions Notes on use The floppy disk is an important data storage media with delicate structure and requires care. Keep the following notes in mind to use it: Insert the floppy disk into the floppy disk drive gently as far as it goes. Attach the label to the correct position.
Page 271 The floppy disk is a very delicate storage media. Dust or thermal changes, as well as operator's misconduct or sever failures, may cause loss of data. To avoid loss of data, NEC recommends that you should make a back-up copy of your valuable data on a regular basis.
Page 272: Cd-Rom
This enables you to restore your data from one tape when the other makes a read error, as well as to protect your valuable data and programs from loss. Three-generation data management NEC recommends that you should employ three-generation data management for data storage. Three-generation data management uses three cartridge tapes: A, B, and C. You save data to tape A on the first day, tape B on the second day, tape C on the third day, tape A on the forth day, and so on.
Page 273: Keyboard
Other Precautions B-5 This enables you, for example, to use tape B to restore the data when tape C makes a read error. Also when both tapes B and C make a read error, you can restore your valuable data by using the data stored in tape A. Keyboard The keyboard is a device to instruct you computer by entering alphanumeric characters or symbols.
Page 274: Mouse
B-6 Other Precautions Mouse Like the keyboard, the mouse is a device to instruct your computer. Many OS's and application software require the mouse for operation. NOTE: Functions assigned to the mouse buttons vary depending on the software. For details, refer to the manual provided with the software.
Page 275 Appendix C IRQ and I/O Port Address The factory-set interrupt requests and I/O port addresses are listed below. Find an appropriate one to install an optional device. Interrupt Request The factory-set IRQs are assigned as follows: Peripheral Device (Controller) Peripheral Device (Controller) System timer Real-time clock Keyboard...
Page 276 C-2 IRQ and I/O Port Address I/O Port Address The factory-set I/O port addresses for the server are assigned as follows: Address(es) Resource Notes 0000h – 000Fh DMA Controller 1 0010h – 001Fh DMA Controller 2 Aliased from 0000h – 000Fh 0020h –...
Page 277: Appendix C Irq And I/O Port Address
IRQ and I/O Port Address C-3 Address(es) Resource Notes 00ACh – 00ADh Interrupt Controller 2 (aliased) 00B0h – 00B1h Interrupt Controller 2 (aliased) 00B4h – 00B5h Interrupt Controller 2 (aliased) 00B8h – 00B9h Interrupt Controller 2 (aliased) 00BCh – 00BDh Interrupt Controller 2 (aliased) 00C0h –...
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Page 279: Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2003 X64 Editions
– N8103-80F Disk Array Controller (SCSI 1ch) – N8103-95 SCSI Controller – SATA HostRAID (Onboard Adaptec HostRAID controller) Other optional boards – N8103-56F SCSI Controller Updating System If you change the configuration of the system, update your system with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system.
Page 280: Re-Installing To The Hard Disk Which Has Been Upgraded To Dynamic Disk
D-2 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk If you want to leave the existing partition when installing the system on the hard disk upgraded to Dynamic Disk, note the following issue: Do not select the partition that OS had been installed as the partition to install the OS newly.
Page 281: Partition Size
Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-3 Partition Size The size for the partition that the system is to be installed can be calculated from the following formula. Size necessary to install the system + Paging File Size + Dump File Size + Application Size Size necessary to install the system = 4100MB Paging File Size (Recommended) = Mounted Memory Size ×...
Page 282: Installing Windows Server 2003 X64 Editions
Create from the menu which appears when running NEC Express5800 Server with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. If you have only NEC Express5800 Server to create Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, use this procedure. If Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 can be operated on NEC Express5800 Server, you can use the other procedure described later.
Page 283 Prepare one 3.5-inch floppy disk. Run the operating system. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the server. [Master Control Menu] will appear. Click on [Setup] with left mouse button and click [Make OEM-DISK] and then [for Windows Server 2003 x64].
Page 284: Windows Server 2003 X64 Editions Clean Installation
Please insert the disk labeled manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A: *Press ENTER when ready. Insert the Windows Server 2003 x64 Edition OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER into the floppy disk drive, and press Enter. A list of mass storage devices is displayed.
Page 285 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-7 Select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter. – MegaRAID SCSI 320-1 RAID Controller Driver (When N8103-80F board is installed.) – Adaptec SATA Driver v1.00 (Windows EM64T/AMD64 for 2003) (When HostRAID is installed.) Continue performing tasks according to the subsequent messages that appear.
Page 286 D-8 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions Procedure for Modifying the Drive Letter Be careful that the drive letter of the system or boot volume cannot modify with the following procedure. Click Start menu, right-click [My Computer], and specify [Manage] to start [Computer Management].
Page 287: Updating The System
Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Master Control Menu is automatically appeared on the screen. Click on [Setup] with left mouse button and click on [Update NEC Express5800 system] section. Continue your work for system update as the following message.
Page 288: Driver Installation And Advanced Settings
PROSet is necessary to utilize these features. Follow the procedure below to install PROSet. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The [Windows Explorer] dialog starts. * The procedure in the case of the standard start menu Click Start menu and click [Windows Explorer].
Page 289: Network Driver
Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-11 Network Driver Specify the details of network driver. One standard network driver that is mounted will be installed automatically, but the link speed and Duplex mode need to be specified manually. [When PROSet is not installed] The [Local Area Connection Properties] dialog box appears.
Page 290: Optional Network Board Driver
If you want to utilize optional Network Board (N8104-112/103/113), the network driver will be installed automatically. Therefore, the driver attached to the Network board should not be used. If you want to utilize optional Network Board (N8104-86/111), install the driver stored in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM.
Page 291: Installing Scsi Controller Driver (N8103-75F/95
Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions D-13 Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-75F/95) If you utilize SCSI controller driver (N8103-75F/95), update your system with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system. The SCSI controller driver will be installed automatically. Installing RAID Controller Driver (N8103-80F)
Page 292: Setting For Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information
D-14 Installing Windows Server 2003 x64 Editions SETTING FOR COLLECTING MEMORY DUMP (DEBUG INFORMATION) Set for collecting memory dump using the procedure described in Chapter 5.
Page 293: Appendix E Installing Windows Server 2003
Please read carefully the following information BEFORE commencing your Windows Server 2003 Installation. Optional Board Supported by NEC EXPRESSBUILDER The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system supports the following optional boards; Supporting installation of OS in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER – N8103-65F SCSI Controller –...
Page 294: Updating System
E-2 Installing Windows Server 2003 Updating System If you change the configuration of the system, update your system with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system. Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk If you want to leave the existing partition when installing the system on the hard disk upgraded to...
Page 295: Partition Size
Installing Windows Server 2003 E-3 Partition Size The size for the partition that the system is to be installed can be calculated from the following formula. Size necessary to install the system + Paging File Size + Dump File Size + Application Size Size necessary to install the system = 1000MB Paging File Size (Recommended) = Mounted Memory Size ×...
Page 296: Installing Windows Server 2003
If you have only NEC Express5800 Server to create Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, use this procedure. If Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 can be operated on NEC Express5800 Server, you can use the other procedure described later.
Page 297 Prepare one 3.5-inch floppy disk. Run the operating system. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the server. [Master Control Menu] will appear. Click on [Setup] with left mouse button and click [Make OEM-DISK] and then [for Windows Server 2003].
Page 298: Windows Server 2003 Clean Installation
Please insert the disk labeled manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A: *Press ENTER when ready. Insert the Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER into the floppy disk drive, and press Enter. A list of mass storage devices is displayed.
Page 299 Installing Windows Server 2003 E-7 Select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter. – MegaRAID SCSI 320-1 RAID Controller (When N8103-80F board is installed.) – Adaptec Ultra320 SCSI Cards (WinXP/Server 2003 IA-32) (When N8103-75F board is installed.) – INITIO INI-A10XU2W SCSI Host Adapter (When N8103-65F board is installed.) –...
Page 300: Upgrade Installation
E-8 Installing Windows Server 2003 Upgrade Installation Procedures below upgrade the installed Windows 2000 to Windows Server 2003. Power on the system and start Windows 2000. Log on as an administrator. Insert the Windows Server 2003 CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Then, [Select an operation] dialog will appear.
Page 301 Installing Windows Server 2003 E-9 If the optional board is installed, select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter. – Adaptec Ultra320 SCSI Cards (WinXP/Server 2003 IA-32) (When N8103-75F board is installed.) – LSI MEGARAID Products for Windows 2003 (x86) (When N8103-80F board is installed.) Continue performing tasks according to the subsequent messages that appear.
Page 302: Reinstallation To Multiple Logical Drives
E-10 Installing Windows Server 2003 Reinstallation to Multiple Logical drives This subsection describes the procedure for reinstalling the operation system if the multiple logical drives exist. Before Re-installing the Operation System Be sure to make backup copies before re-installing the operation system just in case. Re-installing the Operation System Start the clean installation following the procedure described in this manual.
Page 303 Installing Windows Server 2003 E-11 Procedure for Modifying the Drive Letter Be careful that the drive letter of the system or boot volume cannot modify with the following procedure. Click Start menu, right-click [My Computer], and specify [Manage] to start [Computer Management].
Page 304: Updating The System
Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Master Control Menu is automatically appeared on the screen. Click on [Setup] with left mouse button and click on [Update NEC Express5800 system] section. Continue your work for system update as the following message.
Page 305: Driver Installation And Advanced Settings
PROSet is necessary to utilize these features. Follow the procedure below to install PROSet. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The [Windows Explorer] dialog starts. * The procedure in the case of the standard start menu Click Start menu and click [Windows Explorer].
Page 306: Network Driver
E-14 Installing Windows Server 2003 Network Driver Specify the details of network driver. One standard network driver that is mounted will be installed automatically, but the link speed and Duplex mode need to be specified manually. [When PROSet is not installed] The [Local Area Connection Properties] dialog box appears.
Page 307: Re-Install The Network Driver
Select "Don't search. I will choose the driver to install" and click [Next]. Click [Have Disk..]. Insert "Windows Server 2003 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER" into the floppy disk drive, enter "a:\" into "copy manufacturer's file from:" and click [OK]. Specify the following driver and click [Next].
Page 308: Installing Scsi Controller Driver (N8103-56F/95
E-16 Installing Windows Server 2003 Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-56F/95) If you utilize SCSI controller driver (N8103-56F/95), update your system with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system. The SCSI controller driver will be installed automatically. Installing RAID Controller Driver (N8103-80F)
Page 309: Available Switch Options For Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini File
Installing Windows Server 2003 E-17 Available Switch Options for Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini File Many different switches will be available if you edit Boot.ini file. For the available switch options, refer to the following information: Microsoft Knowledge Base - Article ID: 833721 "Available switch options for the Windows XP and the Windows Server 2003 Boot.ini files"...
Page 310: Setting For Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information
E-18 Installing Windows Server 2003 SETTING FOR COLLECTING MEMORY DUMP (DEBUG INFORMATION) Set for collecting memory dump using the procedure described in Chapter 5.
Page 311: Appendix F Installing Windows 2000
Please read carefully the following information BEFORE commencing your Windows 2000 Installation. Optional Board Supported by NEC EXPRESSBUILDER The NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system supports the following optional boards; Supporting installation of OS in NEC EXPRESSBUILDER – N8103-65F SCSI Controller –...
Page 312: Updating System
F-2 Installing Windows 2000 Updating System If you change the configuration of the system, update your system with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system. Re-installing to the Hard Disk which has been upgraded to Dynamic Disk If you want to leave the existing partition when installing the system on the hard disk upgraded to...
Page 313: Partition Size
Installing Windows 2000 F-3 Partition Size The minimum required partition size for installation of Windows 2000 is: 1000MB + Paging file size + Dump file size Paging file size (recommended) = Mounted memory size * 1.5 Dump file size = Mounted memory size + 12 MB IMPORTANT: The above paging file size is necessary for collecting debug information (memory dump).
Page 314: Installing Windows 2000
Create from the menu which appears when running NEC Express5800 Server with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER. If you have only NEC Express5800 Server to create Windows 2000 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER, use this procedure. If Windows Server 2003 or Windows 2000 can be operated on NEC Express5800 Server, you can use the other procedure described later.
Page 315 Prepare one 3.5-inch floppy disk. Run the operating system. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of the server. [Master Control Menu] will appear. Click on [Setup] with left mouse button and click [Make OEM-DISK] and then [for Windows 2000].
Page 316: Windows 2000 Clean Installation
Please insert the disk labeled manufacturer-supplied hardware support disk into Drive A: *Press ENTER when ready. Insert the Windows 2000 OEM-DISK for NEC EXPRESSBUILDER into the floppy disk drive, and press Enter. A list of mass storage devices is displayed.
Page 317 Installing Windows 2000 F-7 Select the proper SCSI Adapter and press Enter. – MegaRAID SCSI 320-1 Controller Driver (When N8103-80F board is installed.) – INITIO INI-A10XU2W SCSI Host Adapter (When N8103-65F board is installed.) – Adaptec Ultra320 SCSI Cards (Win2000) (When N8103-75F board is installed.) –...
Page 318: Reinstallation To Multiple Logical Drives
F-8 Installing Windows 2000 Reinstallation to Multiple Logical Drives This subsection describes the procedure for reinstalling the operation system if the multiple logical drives exist. Before Re-installing the Operation System Be sure to make backup copies before re-installing the operation system just in case. Re-installing the Operation System Start the clean installation following the procedure described in this manual.
Page 319 Installing Windows 2000 F-9 Procedure for Modifying the Drive Letter Be careful that the drive letter of the system or boot volume cannot modify with the following procedure. Click Start menu, right-click [My Computer], and specify [Manage] to start [Computer Management].
Page 320: Updating The System - Installing Service Pack
Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Master Control Menu is automatically appeared on the screen. Click on [Setup] with left mouse button and click on [Update NEC Express5800 system] section. Continue your work for system update as the following message.
Page 321: Driver Installation And Advanced Settings
PROSet is necessary to utilize these features. Follow the procedure below to install PROSet. Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Click Start menu, point to [Program], [Accessory] and click [Explorer]. Run "PROSET.EXE" in the following directory.
Page 322: Network Driver
F-12 Installing Windows 2000 Network Driver [When PROSet is not installed] Click Start menu and click [Network and Dial-Up Connection]. The [Network and Dial-Up Connection] dialog box appears. Right-click [Local Area Connection] and click [Properties] from pop-up menu. The [Local Area Connection Properties] dialog box appears. Click [Configure].
Page 323: Re-Install The Network Driver
Insert the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. Run the "CD-ROM Drive Letter:\WINNT\W2K\VIDEO\SETUP.EXE". Follow the message on the screen. When the message "Digital Signature Not Found" message appears, click on [Yes]. Remove the NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM and restart the system following a message on the screen.
Page 324: Usb 2.0 Driver
Restart the system according to the message appeared on the screen. Installing SCSI Controller Driver (N8103-56F/95) If you utilize SCSI controller driver (N8103-56F/95), update your system with NEC EXPRESSBUILDER CD-ROM attached to your system. The SCSI controller driver will be installed automatically.
Page 325: Installing Raid Controller Driver (N8103-80F
Installing Windows 2000 F-15 Installing RAID Controller Driver (N8103-80F) To additionally install the N8103-80F in a system containing Windows 2000, connect the controller and take the following steps to install the driver: When the [Found New Hardware Wizard] dialog box appears, click [Next]. When the [Install Hardware Device Drivers] dialog box appears, select [Search for a suitable driver for my device (Recommended)], and click [Next].
Page 326: Available Switch Options For Windows 2000 Boot.ini File
F-16 Installing Windows 2000 Available Switch Options for Windows 2000 Boot.ini File Many different switches will be available if you edit Boot.ini File. For the available switch options, refer to the following information: Microsoft Knowledge Base - Article ID: 170756 "Available Switch Options for the Windows NT Boot.ini File"...
Page 327: Setting For Collecting Memory Dump (Debug Information
Installing Windows 2000 F-17 SETTING FOR COLLECTING MEMORY DUMP (DEBUG INFORMATION) Set for collecting memory dump using the procedure described in Chapter 5.
Page 328 F-18 Installing Windows 2000 (This page is intentionally left blank.)
Page 329: Appendix G Product Configuration Record Table
Appendix G Product Configuration Record Table Use this table for information about setup and system environment change. Hardware Main Unit Model name Serial No. Date Installed Clock Serial No. Date Installed Clock Serial No. Date Installed Memory Size Serial No. Date Installed Size Serial No.
Page 330 G-2 Product Configuration Record Table Hard Disk (optional SCSI controller installed) Type Serial No. Capacity Date Installed Type number Type Serial No. Capacity Date Installed Type number Type Serial No. Capacity Date Installed Type number Type Serial No. Capacity Date Installed Type number Type Serial No.
Page 331 Product Configuration Record Table G-3 Printer Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date Installed Additional Cabinet for Disk Model name Serial No. Date Installed External Peripheral Device 1 Model name Serial No. Manufacturer Date Installed External Peripheral Device 2 Model name Serial No.
Page 332: Software
G-4 Product Configuration Record Table Software Firmware version Name: Version: Application of RUR media Apply Name: Version: File system HPFS NTFS Others ( Bundled software installed Licensed software installed Application running when a failure occurred Remarks...

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Chapter 1 Notes on Using Your Server

Chapter 2 General Description

Chapter 3 Setting up Your Server

Chapter 4 Configuring Your Server

Chapter 5 Installing the Operating System with Express Setup

Chapter 6 Installing and Using Utilities

Chapter 7 Maintenance

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting

Chapter 9 Upgrading Your Server

Chapter 10 Internal Cabling Diagrams

Appendix A Specifications

Appendix B Other Precautions

Appendix C IRQ and I/O Port Address

Appendix D Installing Windows Server 2003 X64 Editions

Appendix E Installing Windows Server 2003

Appendix F Installing Windows 2000

Appendix G Product Configuration Record Table

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